U.S. GOVERNMENT SUSPENDS 8 MAJOR COMPANIES FROM GREEN CARD LABOR CERTIFICATION!

Employment-Based Green Card Applicants May Be Affected!

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has reportedly announced the suspension of eight major employers from the PERM Labor Certification Program, an important step in many employment-based green card applications.

According to an October 8, 2026 report by Boundless Immigration, the announcement was made by Vice President JD Vance and Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling as part of increased federal scrutiny of employment-based immigration sponsorship.

THE 8 COMPANIES AFFECTED

The following employers were identified in the announcement:
- Microsoft
- Adobe
- Cognizant
- Infosys
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- Wipro
- HCL
- Capgemini

WHAT DOES THE SUSPENSION MEAN?

New PERM applications stopped: DOL reportedly will no longer accept new PERM labor certification applications from the eight affected employers during the suspension.

Pending applications may be affected: Reports indicate that existing PERM applications filed by these companies may also be placed on hold.

Green card sponsorship impacted: PERM labor certification is generally required for many employer-sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 green card petitions.

H-1B visas not automatically canceled: The announcement does not revoke existing H-1B status or employment authorization for workers at the affected companies.

Increased federal scrutiny: Officials cited active federal investigations involving Microsoft and Adobe, concerns about layoffs and immigration hiring practices, and the large number of labor certifications obtained by the named companies.

No announced end date: The duration of the suspensions and requirements for reinstatement remain unclear.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR EMPLOYMENT-BASED GREEN CARD APPLICANTS

If you work for one of the eight affected companies: Your employment-based green card process could experience delays, particularly if your employer has not yet filed your PERM application or your application remains pending.

However, the announcement does not establish that already-approved I-140 petitions or existing green cards have been revoked.

If you work for another company: The reported suspension does not automatically affect your employer's PERM applications. Existing PERM rules continue to apply to employers outside the named group.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR H-1B WORKERS

Workers approaching the six-year H-1B limit should pay particular attention to their immigration timelines.

Certain H-1B extensions beyond six years may be available where qualifying PERM labor certification applications or I-140 petitions have been filed at least 365 days earlier, or where other statutory requirements are satisfied.

Employees facing possible PERM delays should review their immigration options with qualified immigration counsel before important deadlines.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The reported suspension is targeted at eight employers—not a nationwide suspension of the PERM program.

• 8 major technology companies affected
• New PERM applications reportedly blocked
• Pending PERM cases may face delays
• Existing H-1B status not automatically revoked
• Other employers not directly affected
• Duration of suspension remains unknown

This development highlights the importance of early immigration planning for foreign professionals pursuing permanent residence through employer sponsorship.

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Disclaimer: This newsletter is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The reported suspensions and their implementation may be subject to further official guidance or legal developments.